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Vincenzo Nason Murano Art Glass Green Blue Bird Paperweight Figurine
By Vincenzo Nason
Cie
Located in Barcelona, ES
Eye-catching Murano glass bird sculpture by Vincenzo Nason, Italy, 1970s.
Green, blue and clear
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
$1,092 Sale Price
20% Off
Murano Vintage Millefiori Flower Mosaic Italian Art Glass Pedestal Paperweight
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
art glass pedestal paperweight. Attributed to the Fratelli Toso company. The paperweight has some
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso, Murrine
$680 Sale Price
20% Off
Fratelli Toso Murano Green White Italian Art Glass Crown Paperweight
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful and colorful vintage Murano hand blown green and white twisting ribbons Italian art glass
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Murrine
$488 Sale Price
24% Off
Murano Sommerso Pear by Alfredo Barbini Art Glass Decor 1950s
By Murano Glass Sommerso, Alfredo Barbini
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Beautiful vintage murano hand blown art glass decor, Sommerso orange center with gold flecks
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass
Fratelli Toso Murano Glass Latticino Paperweight Multicolor Blue, Pink and Green
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This Fratelli Toso Murano glass Latticino paperweight is a true burst of color and sparkle, crafted
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass
$562 Sale Price
25% Off
Murano Millefiori Wild Flowers Painted Pedestal Italian Art Glass Paperweight
By Galliano Ferro, Fratelli Toso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown colorful spring wild flowers Italian art glass pedestal
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso, Murrine, Paint
$680 Sale Price
20% Off
Postmodern Murano Millefiori Glass Fish Figurine Paperweight Red
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Bright, sculptural tropical fish figurine or paperweight is made in sommerso technique; red and
Category
Late 20th Century American Organic Modern Paperweights
Materials
Art Glass
Multicolored Murano Glass 1980s/90s advertisement paperweight by VeArt Pirelli
By VeArt
Located in Varese, Lombardia
This beatiful hand made advertising paperweight was produced in Italy by Veart for the Pirelli
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Paperweights
Materials
Murano Glass
Seguso Spherical Paperweight in Murano Glass with Gold Dust, Italy 1950s
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Roma, IT
Fantastic spherical shaped paperweight made mouth-blown Murano glass with gold leaf inside. This
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass, Blown Glass
Murano Art Glass Paperweight Lily Shaped Flower with Curled Stem Italy
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Italian Murano art glass lily flower with curled stem paperweight.
Beautiful blown art glass
Category
20th Century Italian Organic Modern Paperweights
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Renato Anatra Murano Art Glass Ball Controlled Bubble Mid-Century Paperweight
By Renato Anatra
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration, a Murano art glass ball -paperweight with controlled bubble, designed and
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights
Materials
Murano Glass
Emporio Armani Seguso Murano Iridescent Italian Art Glass Paperweight and Bag
By Seguso Viro
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful Murano hand blown Sommerso clear and iridescent surface Italian art glass paperweight
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights
Materials
Gold Leaf
Murano Venetian Red Gold Flecks Pulled Feather Italian Art Glass Paperweight
By Salviati, Vetro Artistico 1
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown red and gold flecks Italian art glass decorative paperweight
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Paperweights
Materials
Gold Leaf
$400 Sale Price
20% Off
Signed Barovier
Toso Murano Gold Crystal Glass Shaped Paperweight, Italy 1950s
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Roma, IT
Lovely midcentury medal or paperweight in mouth blown crystal Murano glass ang 24k gold. This
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights
Materials
Gold
Murano Fratelli Toso and Barbini Murrine Flowers Italian Art Glass Paperweights
By Alfredo Barbini, Fratelli Toso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
glass paperweights. They are documented to Fratelli Toso company and one to designer Alfredo Barbini
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso, Murrine
$240 Sale Price / item
20% Off
1970s Large Italian Murano Floral Paperweight
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
1970s large Murano floral paperweight, Italy. Retaining the unpolished extruded pontil end. Petals
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights
Materials
Murano Glass
Signed A. Seguso Spherical Paperweight in Murano Bubble Glass, Italy 1960s
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Roma, IT
Fantastic spherical shaped paperweight made mouth-blown Murano crystal glass enriched inside with
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Murano Venini Bianconi Red Coral Flame Italian Art Glass Vintage Paperweight
By Venini, Fulvio Bianconi
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown red coral flame or "Fiammati Corallo" Italian art glass egg
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso, Blown Glass
$760 Sale Price
20% Off
Midcentury Murano Glass and Gold Dust Spherical Paperweight with Bubbles, 1970s
By Alfredo Barbini
Located in Roma, IT
Beautiful midcentury Murano glass and gold dust spherical paperweight. It was produced in Italy
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass
Murano Blue Orange Ribbons Controlled Bubbles Italian Art Glass Egg Paperweight
By Venini, Fratelli Toso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful and colorful vintage Murano hand blown blue, orange, white and bubbles Italian art glass
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso
$488 Sale Price
24% Off
G. Giacobbe Murano Millefiori Glass Paperweight / Vase, Italy, 1950s
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
G. Giacobbe Murano Millefiori Glass Paperweight / Vase, Italy, 1950s.
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights
Materials
Glass
$360 Sale Price
20% Off
Fratelli Toso Murano Cobalt Blue Flowers Italian Art Glass Tall Paperweight
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown cobalt blue flowers Italian art glass paperweight. Documented
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso
$800 Sale Price
33% Off
Set of Three Hand Blown Murano Glass Birds Paperweights
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Vintage Murano art glass hand blown sculpture birds paperweights.
Beautiful Modern hand blown
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights
Materials
Art Glass
Fratelli Toso Murano Mosaic Wild Flowers Basket Italian Art Glass Paperweight
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
glass ribbons basket paperweight. Documented to the Fratelli Toso company. The inside of the basket has
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso, Murrine
$680 Sale Price
20% Off
Toso Murano 1976 Blue Millefiori Flower Italian Art Glass Basket Paperweight
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
murrines Italian art glass paperweight. Documented to the Fratelli Toso company. The piece also has a 1976
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso, Murrine, Glass
$400 Sale Price
33% Off
Exquisite 1980s Murano Crystal Prism Lance Paperweight
Located in Manzano, IT
Exquisite 1980s Murano Crystal Prism Lance Paperweight
Elevate your décor with this stunning
Category
Vintage 1980s Paperweights
Materials
Crystal
Emporio Armani Seguso Viro Murano Gold Italian Art Glass Paperweight and Bag
By Seguso Viro
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful Murano hand blown Sommerso clear and gold flecks Italian art glass paperweight. The piece
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights
Materials
Gold Leaf
Paperweight Murano Milie fleur, 1960
Located in Oirlo, LI
Paperweight Murano Miliefleur, 1960
Additional information:
Dimensions: 7.5 W x 7.5 D x 6 H cm
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass
$190 Sale Price
45% Off
Mid 20th Century Murano Aquarium Art Glass Elio Raffaeli, signed Paperweight Egg
By Elio Raffaeli
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Spectacular and rare large venetian murano aquarium sculpture paperweight in the form of an egg
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights
Materials
Art Glass, Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Italian Murano Art Glass Paperweight Lily Flower with Curled Stem Sculpture 1980
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Italian Murano Art Glass Lily Flower with Curled Stem Paperweight.
VIntage Murano Italian Art Glass
Category
20th Century Italian Post-Modern Paperweights
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
A.Ve.M. Murano Satin Surface Millefiori Flowers Italian Art Glass Paperweight
By Arte Vetraria Muranese (AVEM)
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Italian art glass paperweights. Documented to the A.Ve.M. (Arte Vetraria Muranese) company. The
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights
Materials
Glass, Murrine, Murano Glass, Blown Glass, Art Glass
$225 Sale Price
25% Off
Contemporary Large Aquarium Murano Cenedese Style Egg-Shaped Glass Paperweight
By Barbini, Cenedese
Located in London, England
An impressive large egg-shaped aquarium Chinese paperweight made in the Murano style. This
Category
2010s Chinese Mid-Century Modern Paperweights
Materials
Glass
Italian modern paperweight by V. Nason
C. in transparent Murano glass, 1990s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern paperweight by V. Nason & C. in transparent Murano glass, 1990s
Transparent Murano
Category
1990s Italian Paperweights
Materials
Murano Glass, Paper
Barovier Toso Murano Black Gold Flecks Italian Art Glass Pear Fruit Paperweight
By Ercole Barovier, Barovier&Toso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful and rare, vintage Murano hand blown dark brown pigments, black and gold flecks Italian
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights
Materials
Gold Leaf
Barbini Murano Red Blue Gold Flecks Italian Art Glass Bubble Design Paperweights
By Alfredo Barbini
Located in Kissimmee, FL
gold Italian art glass paperweights with bubble decoration. Documented to designer Alfredo Barbini. I
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights
Materials
Gold Leaf
$240 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Murano Hand Blown Paperweight Yellow Flower with Blue Base Collectible Art Glass
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Vintage Murano Hand Blown Paperweight Yellow Flower with Blue Collectible Art Glass.
Beautiful
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
1970s Antonio Da Ros
Attr.
for Cenedese Clear Murano Spiral Glass Paperweights
By Cenedese, Antonio da Ros
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
within the clear glass. The design of this conical shaped desk paperweight / ornament is attributed to
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights
Materials
Murano Glass
Murano Green Clear Italian Art Glass Terrier Scotty Puppy Dog Paperweight Figure
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Cute vintage Murano hand blown green and clear Italian art glass puppy dog head sculpture or
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
$280 Sale Price
20% Off
BAROVIER TOSO Murano Glass FRUIT Opalescent GRAFFITO Paperweight Sculpture PEAR
By Vetreria Artistica Barovier
C.
Located in Richmond, VA
Barovier & Toso Murano Glass Pear Fruit shaped paperweight sculpture with netted gold powder
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights
Materials
Gold Leaf
$680 Sale Price
20% Off
Murano Glass Elephant Paperweight by Studio Pino Signoretto, Italy 60s, Set of 4
By Pino Signoretto
Located in Lucija, SI
Set of four Murano glass elephant paperweight with gold leaf
Made by Studio Pino Signoretto
Italy
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights
Materials
Murano Glass
Vintage Murano Gold, White Glass Heart Sculptures, Paperweights Desk Accessory
Located in North Miami, FL
This pair of vintage mid century modern hand blown Murano glass abstract heart sculptures and or
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights
Materials
Gold
Red Eye Orb Cendese AB Murano Paperweight Mid-Century Eyeball Iris Sculpture
By Vintage Murano Gallery, Venini
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Wonderful, minimalist design reminescent of Caliari Venini Inciso Art Glass Cubes.
This one has
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights
Materials
Art Glass
GIFT IDEA - Murano Glass Apple Paperweight with Controlled Bubble Inclusions
By Alfredo Barbini, Seguso Vetri d
Arte
Located in Bochum, NRW
quiet luxury
A sculptural delight in clear Murano glass, this apple-shaped paperweight captures the
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights
Materials
Art Glass
Italian Murano Internal Bubble Spherical Paperweight
Located in Round Top, TX
A breathtaking Murano glass ball paperweight, exquisitely hand-blown and adorned with mesmerizing
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Minimalist Paperweights
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass
$162 Sale Price
35% Off
Paperweight in Murano Glass with Inner Bubbles and Gold Dust, Sculpture, Italy
By Alfredo Barbini
Located in Roma, IT
Beautiful sphere in Murano glass. Game of air rising from a golden dust.
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass
Barovier Toso Murano Blue Orange Red Gold Flecks Italian Art Glass Paperweight
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
art glass paperweight. Documented to designer to the Barovier e Toso company. Created with an optic
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights
Materials
Gold Leaf
$520 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Art Glass Millefiori Italian Murano Round Sphere Paperweight on Stand
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Art Glass Millefiori Italian Murano Style Round Sphere Paperweight on Gold Base/Stand
Category
Mid-20th Century Hollywood Regency Paperweights
Materials
Glass
Signed Italian Venini Murano White Ribbon Paperweight
By Venini
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Murano Paperweight by Venini Italy. This piece is a stunning compliment to any desk or work
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights
Materials
Murano Glass
Murano Glass Teapot Shaped Paperweight Cobalt Pink Clear Controlled Bubbles
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Playful teapot shaped paperweight is made in sommerso technique; colored glass gather, dipped into
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Organic Modern Paperweights
Materials
Art Glass
1970
s Antonio Da Ros
Attr.
for Cenedese Clear Murano Bubble Glass Paperweight
By Antonio da Ros, Cenedese
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
inclusion within the clear glass. The design of this conical shaped desk paperweight / ornament is
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights
Materials
Murano Glass
Seguso Murano Red Gold Flecks Italian Art Glass Pear Dish Apple Paperweight Set
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown red-orange and gold flecks Italian art glass ring dish and
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights
Materials
Gold Leaf
$480 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Mushroom Paperweight Sculpture Millefiori Murrine Canes Murano Clichy Baccarat
Located in Palm Beach, FL
A rare and unique art glass sculpture or paperweight made in the shape of a mushroom. Hand crafted
Category
20th Century Italian Paperweights
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Murrine
GIFT READY Handcrafted Murano-Style Art Glass Paperweight with Swirling Ribbons
Located in Bochum, NRW
A captivating study in color and form, this oval-shaped art glass paperweight features vibrant
Category
1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights
Materials
Art Glass
1970
s Da Ros for Cenedese
Attr.
Clear
Green Murano Bubble Glass Paperweight
By Antonio da Ros, Cenedese
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Rare, Mid-Century Modern vintage water drop shaped paperweight with singular trapped air bubble
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights
Materials
Murano Glass
Signed Italian Venini Murano Multi Color Ribbon Paperweight
By Venini
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Murano Paperweight by Venini Italy. This piece is a stunning compliment to any desk or work
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights
Materials
Murano Glass, Blown Glass
Paperweight Flower Model Murano Italy, 1960
Located in Oirlo, LI
Paperweight Flower Model Murano Italy, 1960
A paperweight is an object that can be placed on a
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights
Materials
Art Glass
$118 Sale Price
20% Off
Pair Italian Venini Murano Crystal Signed Paperweight Bookends
By Venini
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Murano Paperweight by Venini Italy. This pieces are sold individually or as a pair and are a
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
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Murano Glass Paperweights For Sale on 1stDibs
An assortment of murano glass paperweights is available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of glass, murano glass and art glass, all murano glass paperweights available were constructed with great care. There are 773 antique and vintage murano glass paperweights for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 4 modern editions to choose from as well. Murano glass paperweights have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of murano glass paperweights to choose from, but at 1stDibs, mid-century modern, modern and Art Deco murano glass paperweights are of considerable interest. Murano glass paperweights have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Fratelli Toso, Murano and Alfredo Barbini are consistently popular.
How Much are Murano Glass Paperweights?
Murano glass paperweights can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $420, while the lowest priced sells for $30 and the highest can go for as much as $14,500.
Finding the Right Paperweights for You
While any heavy object can be used to hold loose papers, there’s nothing as ornate yet perfectly functional as a paperweight. Antique, new and vintage paperweights can unobtrusively enhance the ambience of a room or act as a colorful conversation starter. On a desk or writing table, it can contribute a subtle sense of style.
Glass paperweights emerged in Europe in the mid-19th century. Early paperweight artisans like Venetian glassmaker Pietro Bigaglia often crafted them with a design on the inside. By the early 1900s, paperweight objects became even more popular through innovative iterations by artists like Louis Comfort Tiffany.
As the paperweight became both a luxury and utilitarian object, creators used a variety of materials to set their wares apart. Today, in addition to the classic glass versions, paperweights are made of metal, wood, ceramic and stone.
A vast selection of paperweights as well as a whole range of other desk accessories can be found on 1stDibs — browse by type, price, period, material or style, from Art Deco and Hollywood Regency to metal and glass. Reflecting their widespread appeal, paperweights are available in a diverse array from across the globe, including Italy, France and North America, as well as examples by leading designers and brands such as Fratelli Toso, William Guillon and René Lalique. Whether an office or a study needs a touch of something vintage or a mid-century modern twist, there are paperweights to suit every taste.
Questions About Murano Glass Paperweights
- Are Murano paperweights signed?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022No, Murano paperweights are not always marked. In some cases, you may find a label on the bottom that tells you the name of the workshop or shows the signature of the master. However, the labels can come off, and some workshops don't use them. On 1stDibs, find a variety of expertly vetted Murano glass paperweights.
- Does Murano make paperweights?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, paperweights are one of the many items that are made in the glass factory on the island of Murano in Venice, Italy. Known as the finest producers of art glass in the world, Murano makes a variety of glass items including paperweights. On 1stDibs, find a variety of original Murano art from Italy.
- What is a glass paperweight?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A glass paperweight is a small glass object, containing colorful complex designs depicting florals, animals and more. They are paperweights in name only, and are often displayed as prized art pieces. You’ll find a variety of glass paperweights from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is Murano glass?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023Murano glass is colorful art glass primarily produced on Murano, an island in Venice, Italy. Artisans produce a variety of Murano glass decorative objects, including vases, lamps, candle holders, figurines, bowls and wine glasses. Shop a selection of Murano glass pieces on 1stDibs.
- Does Murano glass have markings?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024Yes, Murano glass is typically marked. You will usually find the markings on the bases of pieces or in other inconspicuous areas. Generally, Murano glass will display a trademark and a maker's mark, indicating which shop produced it. In most cases, authentic Murano glass will not have the word "Murano" on it. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of Murano glass.
- Does Murano glass break?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Murano glass can break. Generally considered very durable, Murano glass is still made of glass and it is susceptible to breaks if it’s improperly handled or dropped. Known as some of the best glass produced in the world, unfortunately it can still break. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic Murano glass pieces from some of the world’s top sellers.
- How is Murano glass marked?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024How Murano glass is marked varies. Some pieces feature a label, sticker or other mark that bears the name of the studio that produced them. Others may only have an artist's signature or be unmarked. However, Murano glass artisans rarely put the word "Murano" on their pieces, though you will often see the word on replicas. For assistance determining whether a particular piece is Murano, consult an expert appraiser or antiques dealer. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Murano glass.
- What is Murano glass made of?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024Murano glass is made of a combination of materials. In most cases, artisans use a blend of silica, soda, lime and potassium to produce the colorful art glass. The mixture gets heated to a high temperature to melt it, so that glassblowers can form it into various shapes. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Murano glass.
- Where is Murano glass signed?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Authentic Murano glass often, but not always, includes labels with the name of the workshop, the signature of the glass master and a certificate of authenticity. To best determine if a Murano glass is authentic, look up the location of the factory found on the label. All authentic Murano glass is produced in Venice or Murano. Always purchase Murano glass from a reputable seller to ensure authenticity. Browse a selection of authentic Murano glass pieces on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Murano glass, from the Venetian island of Murano, is world-renowned for excellent craftsmanship and a wide variety of colors and decorations. The glassmakers of Murano use methods honed over centuries to create rich colors and designs by mixing different minerals during the process. Many examples contain gold and silver flecks inside the glass. You’ll find a collection of authentic Murano glass from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 15, 2024Murano glass comes from Murano, an island located in the Venetian Lagoon to the north of Venice, Italy. Many people mistake the name Murano for that of a brand or company, but the term actually applies to glassware produced by a variety of makers. Fratelli Toso, Umberto Bellotto, the Salviati family, Ercole Barovier, Carlo Scarpa, Paolo Venini and Alfredo Barbini are just some of the glassblowers known for producing Murano glass. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of Murano glass.
- Can Murano glass be clear?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Although Murano glass is usually brightly colored, there are a few varieties of clear Murano glass. Cristallo glass, which is achieved by a process of bleaching, is a type of clear Murano glass. Shop a range of antique and vintage Murano glass pieces on 1stDibs.
- How can I identify Murano glass?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Murano glass is identifiable by its richly layered colors and characteristic gold or silver flecks inside the glass. Authentic Murano glass often has small imperfections and an irregular shape due to the freeform creation process. Find a collection of authentic Murano glass from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Is Murano glass valuable?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023Whether Murano glass is valuable depends on a variety of factors, including the type of piece and its condition. Artisans on Murano, an island in Venice, Italy, produce the colorful glassware through a unique process. Murano glass is identifiable by its richly layered colors and characteristic gold or silver flecks inside the glass. Authentic Murano glass often has small imperfections and an irregular shape due to the freeform creation process. One of the earliest Venetian glass furnaces is believed to have been established as far back as the 8th century (the filigrana technique is as old as the 16th century). A certified appraiser can help you determine the value and authenticity of a particular piece. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Murano glassware.
- Is Murano glass worth it?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024Yes, many glass lovers believe that Murano glass is worth it. Murano glass is named for the Venetian island of Murano, where glassmaking has been practiced for centuries. The glass is made using a variety of artisanal processes and is identifiable by its richly layered colors and characteristic gold or silver flecks inside the glass. Every vintage Murano glass decorative object is unique. Authentic Murano glass often has small imperfections and irregular shapes due to the freeform creation process. However, whether or not it’s worth investing in Murano glass is totally subjective! At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection. Find Murano glass and other art glass pieces on 1stDibs.
- Is Murano blown glass?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Yes, Murano is blown glass. Artisans on Murano, an island in Venice, Italy, produce the colorful glassware through a unique process. Murano glass is identifiable by its richly layered colors and characteristic gold or silver flecks inside the glass. Authentic Murano glass often has small imperfections and an irregular shape due to the freeform creation process. One of the earliest Venetian glass furnaces is believed to have been established as far back as the 8th century (the filigrana technique is as old as the 16th century). On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Murano glassware from some of the world’s top sellers.
- Why is it called Murano glass?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023It is called Murano glass because of its place of origin. During the 13th century, artisans on the island of Murano in Venice, Italy, became famous for producing colorful glassware. Find a range of Murano glass from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Murano Aventurine is glass that has been decorated with a surface effect which resembles shimmering specks found in quartz. This technique was pioneered by Murano in the 17th century. On 1stDibs, find Murano glass products from top sellers around the world.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021There is no real difference between Venetian glass and Murano glass. While both Venetian glass and Murano glass come from Murano Island, Venice is a more popular location than Murano, hence it is called widely as Venetian glass. You can use both search terms to find the best piece for you on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022All Murano glass pieces are either hand-blown or mouth-blown in Murano, Italy. This will cause small imperfections like air bubbles or a Pontil mark. In addition, the glass master will leave his signature on the piece indicating its authenticity. It’s important to purchase from a vetted seller or vendor to ensure authenticity. Shop authentic Murano glass pieces from 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Murano glass does indeed have a pontil mark. Murano glass is individually blown in Venice, Italy, and the mark at the bottom is made by the rod used by the artisan when they shape the piece. Shop a collection of Murano glass pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024To tell if Murano glass is vintage, it's usually necessary to conduct some online research using trusted sources. Start by looking for a maker's mark and then cross-referencing it with images published online to determine who made your piece. By learning more about the manufacturer and what they produced over the years by reading histories and exploring product catalogues, you can estimate the rough age of your piece. For Murano glass to be considered vintage, it must be between 20 and 99 years old. Older pieces are classified as antique. If you need assistance with dating your glassware, seek the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Explore a range of Murano glass on 1stDibs.
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